Pia's Journal

Balsamic Vinegar of Modena

Late summer and early fall marks harvest time for our balsamic vinegar producers in Modena. Acetaia Leonardi has been producing balsamic vinegar since the mid-1800s. They source all their grapes...

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Celebrate 10 years with us on 10/10!

It's hard to believe that it's been a whole decade since we embarked on this incredible journey of bringing you Italy's most beautiful foods, but here we are: Zia Pia...

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Summertime in Liguria

Ah, summertime in Liguria! This iconic, crescent-shaped region stretches from the French Riviera to Tuscany and is blessed with a mild Mediterranean climate, charming beaches, warm coastal breezes, pristine hills,...

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The Magic of Ferragosto

In Italy, August 15th is an important holiday marked by sun-drenched streets, empty cities, crowded beaches, and the irresistible aroma of traditional feasts. This annual celebration, deeply ingrained in Italian...

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These heirloom Italian tomatoes are absolutely volcanic

Sun-kissed, juicy-sweet and vitamin-rich, tomatoes are the heart and soul of Italian cuisine. Right now, our suppliers in Campania – home of San Marzano and Mt. Vesuvius – and in...

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Lovely Lavender Risotto

We’re loving this Lavender & Rosemary Risotto from Liguria, The Cookbook by Laurel Evans. Although lavender is best known as a fragrance, the versatile plant also boasts a myriad of...

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Gourmet Iced Tea

With this sweltering heat wave, we’re craving large, frosty pitchers of refreshing iced tea to help beat the heat. But how to make the perfect iced tea? Well, don't worry,...

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It's Caper Season!

The caper harvest is in full swing in Pantelleria, the tiny, volcanic island in the Strait of Sicily. Characterized by blistering hot days, cold nights, and extreme winds, Pantelleria climate...

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La Via del Te’

We are so excited to introduce you to La Via del Té, Firenze. You may recognize their exquisite teas and have experienced them in one of their storied retail locations...

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